The common presence of excess abdominal fat, known as the ‘belly belt,’ is not only aesthetically undesirable but also poses health risks. This area is comprised predominantly of fat cells and is maintained by a network of blood vessels. Traditional strategies to reduce this fat include a healthy diet and regular exercise. IsoTone proposes an additional approach – termed ‘active minimization.’ This method involves using IsoTone as a tool to massage the abdominal area after vigorous exercise, when the body’s temperature is elevated, and IsoTone itself is hot (https://isotone.net/research/#energeticsexperiment).
The high-frequency, intense massage increases local blood circulation and potentially reduces the belly belt by an enhanced metabolic activity, should be regarded as a supplementary technique to conventional diet and exercise. Together, these methods may contribute to a slenderer appearance and improved health. We recommend consulting with health and fitness professionals to create a comprehensive plan for abdominal fat reduction.
A few key points related to common practices in the fitness and health industry of fat reduction, specifically in the abdominal area.
- Health Risks of Abdominal Fat: Excess abdominal fat, particularly visceral fat, is associated with various health risks, including cardiovascular diseases, type 2 diabetes, and certain cancers.
- Diet and Exercise: Balanced diet and regular exercise reduce weight and abdominal fat and are widely recognized as the primary methods for losing weight.
- Massage and Fat Reduction: The jury is still out on the idea that massaging fat tissues reduces their size.
- Thermogenic Effects: The concept of “active minimization” through massage after exercise when the body is warm is based on the idea that heat may increase metabolism.
